New or refreshed networks
Organisations planning a network build, upgrade or expansion.
Experienced engineers across the whole network lifecycle.
From assessing the current environment to design, installation, security, monitoring and handover, CDS consulting services provide the experience and track record to deliver a successful enterprise network.
How it works
Concept model
- 01 · Assess Evaluate the current network Wired · wireless · security
- 02 · Design Plan the architecture Requirements · optimisation
- 03 · Implement Install, secure and hand over Configure · test · document
A conceptual sequence used to explain the service, not a customer deployment.
What it is
A full lifecycle of network consulting and implementation services that take an enterprise network from assessment and design through installation, security, monitoring and handover.
- 01
Network assessment of wired and wireless infrastructure
- 02
Network design and planning
- 03
Installation, configuration and implementation
- 04
Security, monitoring, documentation and training
Who it is for
Stretched IT teams
Teams that need experienced engineers to design and deliver alongside them.
Security and continuity
Environments that need robust security and disaster-recovery built in.
What you get
Optimised design
An architecture shaped around your organisation's requirements.
Clean implementation
Routers, switches, firewalls and access points installed and configured to work seamlessly.
Security built in
Firewalls, NAC, VPN, secure access and zero-trust measures where required.
Ongoing reliability
Monitoring, management, documentation and training for the team who runs it.
How we deliver it
- Step 1
Assess
Evaluate the current wired and wireless environment and its security level.
- Step 2
Design
Create an optimised architecture and implementation plan.
- Step 3
Implement
Install and configure devices, apply security and integrate services.
- Step 4
Support
Monitor, document, train and manage upgrades and expansions.
Questions about this service
What does a network assessment cover?+
It evaluates the current wired and wireless network infrastructure to identify strengths, weaknesses and areas for improvement before design begins.
Does CDS handle installation as well as design?+
Yes. CDS provides the full lifecycle, design, physical installation and configuration, implementation, security, monitoring, documentation and training.
Start with the network you have.
Describe the current environment and the outcome you need. CDS shapes the engagement around the requirement.